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Team Manager - West Assessment Team - Haringey Council
Salary: £57,663 - £60,819
Permanent - Full Time (36 hours per week)
Closing date: Monday 21st April 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 28th April 2025

Haringey Council is on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Team Manager to join our Adult Social Care division, leading the West Assessment Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key leadership role within a vibrant and diverse London borough.

The Role
You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and leadership of a team of Social Workers, supporting adults through strengths-based assessments and care planning. You'll ensure high-quality practice that aligns with legislative frameworks, including the Care Act 2014, while delivering excellent outcomes for residents.

In this role, you'll also contribute to the wider development of our locality working model, working closely with other team managers and senior leaders to drive service improvements. As part of the leadership team, you'll provide cover across localities when needed and act as deputy to the Service Manager.

What We're Looking For
We're looking for a qualified and registered Social Worker with proven experience in managing or supervising staff within an adult social care setting. You'll bring strong knowledge of the legal and policy context for adult social care, excellent organisational skills, and a commitment to strengths-based, person-centred practice.

Key Requirements:

Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration

Strong understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding frameworks

Experience of team leadership or supervision

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Ability to support and inspire others in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Haringey?
Haringey is a borough full of character, community and culture - a great place to live and work. We're proud to be one of London's most diverse boroughs and we're committed to providing inclusive, high-quality services that reflect the needs of our residents.

We offer a positive working culture, ongoing professional development and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing.

Benefits Include:

31 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes

Access to a wide range of staff discounts

Be part of a service that's ambitious, values-driven, and focused on making a real difference.

Contact Phil at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed)